If you/your student does not have a VR Counselor they are currently working with please contact your nearest TWS-VR office by entering your zip code, VR Office Locator. Our programs are funded by TWS-VR, so the earlier you/your student can get connected the better. You can also complete the online VR Self-Referral by clicking on the following link: VR Self-Referral.
How to Apply to UNT WISE Transition Summer Programs: Here is a flow chart that illustrates who qualifies for the UNT WISE Transition Summer Programs along with what the application process looks like.
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The UNT WISE Live & Learn Summer Program is a two (2) week summer program for young adults with disabilities, ages 14-22, interested in vocational planning for their future. Whether their interests lie in entry-level, skilled or professional occupations, this program opens the door to the realities of the adult world of work. The Live and Learn Summer Program focuses on teaching participants independent living skills, social and recreational skills, and pre-vocational/vocational skills.
Live & Learn Summer Program FLYER (English)
Live & Learn Summer Program FLYER (Spanish)
How to Apply to UNT WISE Transition Summer Programs
Click on the Live & Learn icon above for more information.
- Live and Learn Session 1: May 26, 2024 - June 7, 2024
- Live and Learn Session 2: June 9, 2024 - June 21, 2024
- Live and Learn Session 3: July 7, 2024 - July 19, 2024
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The UNT WISE College WISE program is a one (1) week summer program for young adults with disabilities, ages 14-22, interested in pursuing a post-secondary education. An overview of the expectations and demands of community college and a four-year university are explored. Participants engage in a variety of activities aimed at demonstrating skills necessary to be successful in higher education, including independent living, social, and recreational skills.
College WISE Summer Program FLYER (English)
College WISE Summer Program FLYER (Spanish)
How to Apply to UNT WISE Transition Summer Programs
Click on the College WISE icon above for more information.
- College WISE: June 23, 2024 - June 28, 2024
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The UNT WISE STEM Career Explorers Summer Program is a one (1) week summer programs for young adults with disabilities, ages 14-22, interested in pursuing a career within the STEM fields. These day programs are designed for students with little to no previous exposure to the STEM fields but who have an interest in exploration within these STEM fields. Participants engage in a variety of hands on learning to actively explore various careers within the STEM fields.
[THIS PROGRAM IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED AND WILL BE HOSTED IF/WHEN A CONTRACT IS SECURED]
STEM Career Explorers FLYER (English)
STEM Career Explorers FLYER (Spanish)
How to Apply to UNT WISE Transition Summer Programs
Click on the STEM Career Explorers icon above for more information.
Tentative Dates:
- STEM Career Explorers 1: July 22, 2024 - July 26, 2024
- STEM Career Explorers 2: July 29, 2024 - August 2, 2024
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The UNT WISE Explore STEM! Summer Program provides opportunities for young adults with disabilities, ages 14-22, to gain experience and insight in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). This program allows students to gain new and exciting skills and learn about their practical application.
[THIS PROGRAM IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED AND WILL BE HOSTED IF/WHEN A CONTRACT IS SECURED]
Explore STEM! FLYER (English) – Not available until contract update complete
Explore STEM! FLYER (Spanish) – Not available until contract update complete
How to Apply to UNT WISE Transition Summer Programs
Tentative Date:
- Explore STEM!: July 22, 2024 – July 26, 2024
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The UNT WISE Virtual Transition Program assists young adults with disabilities, ages 14-22, to develop vocational skills, independent living skills, and social & recreation skills through an intensive virtual training program. The Virtual Transition Program is a six (6) week program for participants interested in vocational planning and/or post-secondary education for their future. This program opens the door to the realities of the adult world of work and living, all from an online learning environment.
Virtual Transition Program FLYER (English)
Virtual Transition Program FLYER (Spanish)
How to Apply to UNT WISE Transition Summer Programs
Click on the Virtual Transition Program icon above for more information.
Virtual Transition Program: June 10, 2024 - July 19, 2024
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